5 Things Shawn Michaels Can Do When He Returns Next Week

It's always great to see Shawn Michaels return to WWE. After all, many consider him to be the best in-ring performer in the company's history. Shawn Michaels perfected the art of telling stories in the ring at a time when the in-ring product wasn't even given its due importance. He rightfully is dubbed as a true living legend.

And now he finds himself embroiled in the upcoming match between Triple H and The Undertaker. What could be in store for fans when he shows up on RAW? I can only speculate in this article, for now.

Feel free to speculate away in the comments section below. Why do you folks think that Shawn Michaels may be making his way to RAW, next week?

Here are 5 possibilities that I deem very likely indeed.

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#5 To give Roman Reigns the rub as champion

Could Michaels help Reigns defeat this heel alliance?

This week, we saw a heel alliance form between Braun Strowman, Dolph Ziggler and Drew McIntyre at the conclusion of RAW. Even The Shield could not defeat this monstrous alliance, as the heels stood tall and mighty. Maybe Shawn Michaels can help the babyfaces when he arrives next week!

We all know that WWE's brief to all their talent is to perennially make Roman Reigns look strong. Perhaps the thinking could be that even if the audience doesn't accept Reigns at face value, they would certainly cheer for him if Shawn Michaels came to his aid during a match. Michaels could take all the heels out with a Superkick Party (did I just blaspheme here?).

That said, I would certainly pop if I see Michaels hitting a few moves when he does return. Fans, myself included, have wanted to see him in action for a long time, and while this may not be a match, it will still be cool!

#4 To tease a future match with Seth Rollins

This could be an absolute treat for the WWE Universe

Shawn Michaels has made it clear that he never wants to return to the ring, following his memorable retirement. And yet, we have seen him square off with Seth Rollins once before. Could we possibly see yet another face-off between the two greatest superstars of their respective generations on RAW next week?

Maybe WWE may want the two men to face off, for the crowd to explode and convince Michaels that there is money in a big return match. Maybe the excitement could build all the way to WrestleMania, where Rollins and Michaels could put on the greatest match mankind has ever seen. Hey, a fan can always dream, can't he?

I have no doubt in my mind that Michaels can still go at his age. And we all know just how good The Kingslayer is.

#3 To announce himself as special guest referee

Now, this is a very likely possibility

The last time Triple H and The Undertaker went to war, Shawn Michaels was the special guest referee. This time again, could we see Michaels don the stripes that WWE officials are known for and step into the ring with two of the greatest of all time? It could be a special treat for fans in Melbourne. It would certainly make the event very special indeed.

This is perhaps the least exciting option in this particular list. And yet, it is still a pretty exciting option.

#2 To be Kurt Angle's replacement

Maybe Acting GM Corbin will be replaced for Owens quitting the company

Baron Corbin quickly learned this week that managing the proceedings on RAW is not easy. After all, Kevin Owens actually quit in the middle of the show. Maybe Stephanie McMahon will reprimand Corbin for not doing his job right.

And maybe Shawn Michaels will be brought in, instead. We all know how close he is to Triple H and Stephanie McMahon in real life. This could be used to tell a long-term story with Michaels accepting the spot of General Manager and leading RAW into a brand new era.

Could this lead to an Angle vs. Michaels match, down the line? I would certainly watch that.

#1 A confrontation with Elias

Could Elias interact with a legend every week on RAW?

Many of you quite rightfully think that Elias deserves better. He is part of no feud right now, even though he gets a thunderous reception, every single week. I genuinely think that Shawn Michaels and Elias will interact in some capacity during RAW, when HBK returns. And of course, they are going to end the segment with some Sweet Chin Music.

We all saw his segment with Trish Stratus on this week's show. Expect a repeat of this week's proceedings next week too. You can probably guess how the segment will go.

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